Berkshire Partners is a Boston-based private equity firm founded in 1984, specializing in investments in mid-size private companies across North America and Western Europe. The firm focuses on buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth capital, managing approximately $6.5 billion in aggregate capital commitments through multiple funds. Berkshire Partners targets various sectors, including wireless access, data centers and cloud services, communications, consumer products, healthcare, and industrials. The firm is a Registered Investment Adviser and actively seeks opportunities in consumer durables, financial services, retail, and technology. With a history of over 25 years in private equity, Berkshire Partners continues to emphasize strategic investments that foster growth and innovation.
Provider of full-service safety products intended to deliver a first aid and safety program that is efficient, affordable, and ultimately keeps employees safe. The company offers products including first aid, safety supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE), eyewash, and fire extinguishers as well as provides training services onsite, thereby helping safety and EHS professionals efficiently manage their safety programs.
Provider of information technology services intended for global cloud and content customers, multinational technology companies, leading local enterprises and government entities. The company offers services including carrier-neutral colocation, interconnection, hybrid cloud and disaster recovery through protected and secured data center facilities, ensuring its clients connect to public cloud environments locally and internationally efficiently.
Tango Analytics LLC is a company that specializes in cloud-based geospatial applications and predictive analytics for retail store management both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Tango offers a comprehensive suite of solutions that includes market planning, site selection, project management, and lifecycle management for franchises and stores. Its products enable users to visualize location data, analyze customer behavior, optimize market strategies, and generate sales forecasts. Additionally, Tango provides implementation and support services, as well as custom analytics and M&A due diligence solutions for the private equity sector. The company’s Software-as-a-Service platform integrates retail geographic information systems (GIS) with execution tools, facilitating more informed decision-making in site selection and development processes.
Parts Town is a distributor of genuine original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts tailored for the foodservice equipment market. Established in 1987, the company offers a comprehensive selection of replacement parts and accessories for a wide array of commercial kitchen equipment, including fryers, grills, ovens, ranges, and ice machines. By providing access to parts from trusted manufacturers, Parts Town simplifies the process of finding and ordering essential components, ensuring that commercial kitchens operate efficiently and safely. Their commitment to excellent customer service, competitive pricing, and same-day shipping enhances the reliability of restaurant equipment while safeguarding warranties and reducing liability. Parts Town is recognized as a leading source for numerous well-known brands, helping to streamline supply chains and support the maintenance needs of the foodservice industry.
Upstack is a SaaS-enabled marketplace based in New York City that transforms the procurement of colocation and network services for IT professionals, sellers, and consultants. Founded in 2017, the company aims to enhance transparency in the evaluation process by standardizing requests for quotes (RFQs), automating pricing, and providing analytics tools. Upstack facilitates optimal IT deployments by offering enterprise-grade pricing across a range of project sizes, from single server racks to large-scale colocation needs. Additionally, Upstack connects businesses with freelance graphic designers, enabling users to post project requests and receive proposals from pre-approved professionals. This dual focus on IT services and graphic design positions Upstack as a versatile platform catering to diverse business needs.
Mielle Organics is a haircare brand that specializes in manufacturing skin and hair care products made from high-quality, certified organic ingredients. The company offers a diverse range of items, including hair oils, shampoos, conditioners, hair vitamins, face serums, and face masks, all formulated with a blend of herbs, amino acids, and minerals. Mielle Organics aims to promote healthier hair and skin by providing chemical-free and natural products that are accessible at competitive prices.
CrossFit, Inc. is a fitness consultancy established in 2000, headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company focuses on teaching and implementing its training methods through online platforms and provides a variety of services, including daily multimedia publications, training seminars, and certifications for trainers and coaches. CrossFit also supports a network of affiliates, with over 14,000 gyms in 158 countries, promoting an inclusive environment for participants. Additionally, it offers specialized training courses and lesson plans for children, catering to preteens and teens. Through its comprehensive approach, CrossFit aims to enhance health, happiness, and performance for individuals worldwide.
Vapor IO, Inc. specializes in hyper modular data center solutions, aimed at addressing the evolving demands of modern workloads. The company's offerings include the Kinetic Edge Exchange, which facilitates low-latency data exchange, and Kinetic Edge colocation, enabling the integration of multiple micro data centers into a cohesive virtual environment. Vapor IO also provides Kinetic Edge Fabric for networking at the edge, OpenDCRE for open-source data center management, and Vapor CORE for optimizing data center services with advanced analytics. Additionally, the Vapor Chamber represents a highly condensed data center format, while Vapor Edge serves as an end-to-end platform for IoT and edge computing applications. The company’s Project Volutus supports cloud providers and wireless carriers in delivering cloud-based edge computing through a network of micro data centers at cell tower sites. Founded in 2015, Vapor IO is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and has established a presence in major markets, with plans for further expansion.
Teraco Data Environments (Pty) Ltd. operates vendor-neutral data centers in South Africa, providing a range of services including colocation, physical interconnect, and support services. The company offers solutions such as private caged space, power management, and remote technical access, catering to various clients including carriers, cloud and internet service providers, content providers, and enterprises. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Cape Town, Teraco has established data center locations in Cape Town, Durban, and Johannesburg, enabling a connected environment that supports diverse technological needs. The company's Cloud eXchange service provides a low-risk entry point for cloud providers to host their platforms, further enhancing its comprehensive service offerings.
Vapor IO, Inc. specializes in hyper modular data center solutions, aimed at addressing the evolving demands of modern workloads. The company's offerings include the Kinetic Edge Exchange, which facilitates low-latency data exchange, and Kinetic Edge colocation, enabling the integration of multiple micro data centers into a cohesive virtual environment. Vapor IO also provides Kinetic Edge Fabric for networking at the edge, OpenDCRE for open-source data center management, and Vapor CORE for optimizing data center services with advanced analytics. Additionally, the Vapor Chamber represents a highly condensed data center format, while Vapor Edge serves as an end-to-end platform for IoT and edge computing applications. The company’s Project Volutus supports cloud providers and wireless carriers in delivering cloud-based edge computing through a network of micro data centers at cell tower sites. Founded in 2015, Vapor IO is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and has established a presence in major markets, with plans for further expansion.
Precision For Medicine is a clinical research organization focused on supporting pharmaceutical and life sciences companies in the evolving fields of precision medicine and biomarker research. The company provides specialized services that include biomarker identification, clinical trial management, and the development of companion diagnostics. With a state-of-the-art biorepository and laboratory, Precision For Medicine integrates advanced data science and regulatory expertise to facilitate comprehensive product development and commercialization. Their team of scientists and clinical trial experts delivers critical insights into patient biology, helping clients navigate the complexities of medical research and regulatory landscapes. By offering a blend of laboratory services, clinical trial capabilities, and market access strategies, the organization aims to accelerate value and improve outcomes for innovative companies in the life sciences sector.
Accela is a leading provider of software as a service (SaaS) solutions aimed at enhancing government operations and community development. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in San Ramon, California, the company specializes in offering tools for planning, building, licensing, permitting, and managing various civic services. Accela's platform supports government agencies at all levels, facilitating improved civic engagement and streamlining core processes to better serve citizens and businesses. By leveraging technology, Accela aims to foster thriving communities while ensuring efficient management of resources and services.
Kendra Scott Design, Inc. is a lifestyle brand based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the design and manufacture of women's jewelry. Established in 2002, the company offers a diverse range of products, including earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets, and charms, as well as bridal and special event jewelry. Kendra Scott's collections are inspired by gemstones and aim to reflect personal experiences and a sense of community. The brand operates a multichannel business model, selling its products through physical retail locations across various states, as well as an online store. This approach allows customers to access customized jewelry and a wide selection of accessories.
Masergy Communications, Inc. is a provider of software-defined networking services based in Plano, Texas, specializing in hybrid networking, managed security, and cloud communication solutions for enterprises globally. Founded in 2000, the company operates a large independent global network platform that offers services such as managed SD-WAN, cloud-based security, and unified communications, including features for instant messaging, video calls, and virtual meetings. Masergy also provides tailored solutions like managed detection and response services, a mobile application for business communications, and tools for automating user management tasks. Additionally, the company offers professional security services—including compliance testing and risk management—and support for advanced network segmentation. With a commitment to delivering high-performance platforms and superior customer care, Masergy serves a diverse clientele, including some of the world's largest corporations. The company has locations in key cities, including Los Angeles, New York, London, Manila, and Amsterdam.
Parts Town is a distributor of genuine original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts tailored for the foodservice equipment market. Established in 1987, the company offers a comprehensive selection of replacement parts and accessories for a wide array of commercial kitchen equipment, including fryers, grills, ovens, ranges, and ice machines. By providing access to parts from trusted manufacturers, Parts Town simplifies the process of finding and ordering essential components, ensuring that commercial kitchens operate efficiently and safely. Their commitment to excellent customer service, competitive pricing, and same-day shipping enhances the reliability of restaurant equipment while safeguarding warranties and reducing liability. Parts Town is recognized as a leading source for numerous well-known brands, helping to streamline supply chains and support the maintenance needs of the foodservice industry.
Parts Town is a distributor of genuine original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts tailored for the foodservice equipment market. Established in 1987, the company offers a comprehensive selection of replacement parts and accessories for a wide array of commercial kitchen equipment, including fryers, grills, ovens, ranges, and ice machines. By providing access to parts from trusted manufacturers, Parts Town simplifies the process of finding and ordering essential components, ensuring that commercial kitchens operate efficiently and safely. Their commitment to excellent customer service, competitive pricing, and same-day shipping enhances the reliability of restaurant equipment while safeguarding warranties and reducing liability. Parts Town is recognized as a leading source for numerous well-known brands, helping to streamline supply chains and support the maintenance needs of the foodservice industry.
Headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, ACI was founded in 1975 and is now the largest denture- and implant-services provider in the U.S., supporting a network of more than 200 affiliated practices in 39 states under the retail names Affordable Dentures and Affordable Dentures & Implants. The company’s affiliated practices offer a range of tooth replacement services including dentures, dental implants and tooth extractions. The company’s unique, highly-focused business model enables dentists to provide high-quality, low-price dental prostheses and same-day service to over 400,000 patients annually.
Implus Corporation designs and distributes footwear accessories and fitness products. Its offerings include insoles, shoe care products, performance socks, home fitness and wellness products, and various seasonal accessories. The company distributes its products to retail outlets across North America and internationally. The company was founded in 1988 and is based in Durham, North Carolina with locations in Gig Harbor, Washington; Carlsbad, California; Milton, Canada; Paris, France; Cape Town, South Africa; Kwun Tong, Hong Kong; and Melbourne, Australia.
Catalina specializes in personalized digital media and targeted shopper marketing, driving loyalty and measurable sales outcomes for leading consumer packaged goods (CPG) retailers and brands. The company, headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, leverages the largest shopper history database globally to personalize the consumer's path to purchase across mobile, online, and in-store networks. With operations in the United States, Europe, and Japan, Catalina provides insights into the evolving purchase histories of over 75 percent of U.S. shoppers and 130 million health consumers. Its proprietary marketing platforms facilitate the delivery of tailored messages to specific audiences, enabling clients to enhance brand performance effectively. Catalina's extensive in-store network includes 50,000 locations worldwide, with over 26,000 in the United States alone. Additionally, Catalina operates one of the largest consumer couponing sites, CouponNetwork.com, further supporting its mission to help clients acquire and retain valuable consumers while promoting healthier choices.
Lightower Fiber Networks is a leading fiber network and broadband service provider in the Northeast, offering over 6,600 fiber route miles coupled with comprehensive transport and alternative access services. Lightower Fiber's geographic footprint extends from New England, to eastern New York State, northern New Jersey, Long Island, and New York City. With access to over 3,500 commercial buildings, Lightower offers unparalleled regional density, performance, scalability, security, and reliability in the Northeast. Lightower Fiber is headquartered in Boxborough, MA.
Party City is a leading party goods supplier and retailer, operating both company-owned and franchised locations in North America, including the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, as well as internationally in several countries. The company is known for its extensive selection of party supplies, including balloons, tableware, costumes, and decorations, with a catalog featuring approximately 40,000 stock keeping units. Party City operates a network of about 900 party superstores, including roughly 210 franchised stores under the Party City brand and around 300 seasonal locations under the Halloween City banner. Additionally, the company markets its products online through its e-commerce platform, PartyCity.com. Established in 1947 and headquartered in Elmsford, New York, Party City has grown to become a significant player in the party supply industry, catering to a variety of events and celebrations throughout the year.
ESP is a solution provider for Engineering, Technical and Consulting Services in response to Department of Defense requirements. With a corporate focus on our customer base, ESP provides response to small business and Federal Agency needs. ESP's "One Step Ahead" vision consistently provides winning solutions exceeding customer expectations. ESP's Global Presence in response to Army C4ISR programs include the following locations: The Pentagon, Fort Hood, Fort Belvoir, Fort Drum, Fort Campbell, Fort Leavenworth, Fort Lewis, Fort Irwin, Fort Monroe, Fort Gordon, Fort Polk, Fort Monmouth, Fort Huachuca, Fort Wainwright, Fort Richardson, Fort Shafter, Fort Carson, Fort Rucker, Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune, Fort McPherson, Fort Benning, Schoefield Barracks, Hohenfels, Camp Arifjan, Camp Victory, Basra, Balad, Taji, Camp Liberty, Kandahar Army Air Field, Bagram Army Air Field, Camp Casey, Djibouti, Camp Bondsteel among many others.
Coty Inc. is a global beauty company that specializes in the manufacture, marketing, and distribution of fragrances, color cosmetics, and skin and body care products. The company operates through three main segments: Fragrances, Color Cosmetics, and Skin & Body Care. It offers a diverse portfolio of well-known brands, including Gucci, Calvin Klein, Burberry, and CoverGirl, catering to both prestige and mass markets. Coty distributes its products through various channels, including upscale perfumeries, department stores, hypermarkets, and e-commerce platforms, reaching consumers in around 150 countries. The fragrance segment accounts for the majority of its sales, followed by color cosmetics, while skincare and body care represent a smaller portion of its offerings. Founded in 1904 and headquartered in New York, Coty is known for its commitment to innovation and trend responsiveness, driven by a culture that encourages creativity and entrepreneurial spirit among its teams.
Masterplan
Private Equity Round in 2007
Masterplan is a clinical technology management and medical equipment maintenance company.
Bartlett Nuclear provides specialty services and staffing solutions to power generation, oil and gas, transmission and distribution, and government facilities. It bundles its individual offerings into a fully integrated platform that provides its customers with the quality of a specialty services provider with the coordination and cost savings of a fully integrated service provider. Bartlett Nuclear is based in Plymouth, Minnesota.
Bartlett Holdings, Inc., also known as BHI Energy, provides specialty maintenance, radiation protection, and professional technical staff augmentation services to power generation, transmission and distribution, oil and gas, industrial, automotive, and government markets worldwide. The company’s power services include civil maintenance, valve, specialty welding, professional and technical staff augmentation, facilities maintenance, instrumentation and controls, electrical, turbine and rotating equipment maintenance, project management, scaffolding radiation protection, and decontamination and decommissioning. It also provides staffing solutions, such as temporary technical and professional staffing, managed staffing, payrolling and seconded, and recruitment process outsourcing services. Bartlett Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1979 and is based in Plymouth, Massachusetts with regional offices in Weymouth, Massachusetts; Lawrenceville, Georgia; Altamonte Springs and West Palm Beach, Florida; Aiken and Piedmont, South Carolina; Chicago, Illinois; Guilford, Connecticut; Reno, Nevada; Pembroke and Toronto, Canada; and Bogota, Colombia.
Acosta Sales & Marketing
Venture Round in 2003
Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Acosta is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. At Acosta, we know that a diverse workforce is an effective one. We understand that it is only through our differences that we are able to truly build a strong company — one with a range of perspectives and ideas that come together to create more innovative solutions. We also understand how important it is that our workforce reflects the diversity of our markets and consumers. Our commitment goals to diversity regardless of content are to support the true representation of the environments in which we operate. We strive to create culturally diverse networks of inspired and skilled associates. We also promise to design and promote positive attitudes, beliefs and understanding toward equality. These principles will be based on respect and appreciation of individual ideas no matter the difference. We believe that when talented associates, from a wide range of backgrounds combine a variety of ideas, our clients and customers will benefit and thrive based on our commitment to inclusion. At Acosta we believe that diversity in our associates and our business relationships brings richness and strength to the services we provide to our clients and customers. Our commitment to diversity extends to our suppliers, where we strive to increase opportunities for ethnic minorities and women-owned businesses to accelerate their growth with Acosta. Supplier diversity is embedded into our strategic procurement processes; we maintain a database of qualified diverse suppliers, and include diverse suppliers in our sourcing and procurement efforts whenever possible. For more than 80 years, Acosta has been dedicated to conducting business with integrity, caring for our communities and respecting our environment. Through sustainability initiatives, Acosta endeavors to be a responsible corporate steward of the environment and, whenever possible, encourages eco-friendly business practices.
CityNet Telecommunications
Series B in 2001
CityNet is a broadband infrastructure company that builds carrier-class last-mile fiber optic networks. The company uses a revolutionary but proven in-sewer deployment method to build its networks in cities across the U.S. and internationally. As a wholesale carrier’s carrier, CityNet provides telecom carriers and network service provider customers with all-optical high-speed connections directly into commercial and residential multi-tenant buildings, thereby Bridging the Last-Mile DivideSM that exists for these carrier customers and, ultimately, end-users of broadband services.
Fusient work with clients to identify the opportunities for enhancing the efficiency, accuracy and relevance of the activities of their front line workers. They offer clear, platform-agnostic advice about the different technologies that might be used. They develop mobile solutions that take into account the requirements of the field worker and the needs of management. Their focus always considers function and then form, never sacrificing one for the other. They won't select the hardware before they know the functionality, they won't choose the interface without knowing who is using it, and they won't build a training plan without understanding the culture. With over 10 years of experience, Fusient has the skill and insight to design, build and deploy custom applications that deliver substantial enhancements in business productivity.
Crown Castle is a United States-based company that owns, operates, and leases infrastructure essential for wireless communications, including approximately 40,000 cell towers and over 90,000 route miles of fiber. The company provides significant wireless coverage to 92 of the top 100 U.S. markets and serves a substantial portion of the Australian population. Crown Castle leases space on its towers to wireless service providers, enabling them to install equipment necessary for their networks. Additionally, its fiber infrastructure supports both small-cell network setups for wireless carriers and internal connection needs for enterprises. The company concentrates its operations in major urban areas and derives about 75% of its revenue from the three largest U.S. mobile carriers. Crown Castle is committed to collaborating with community members and government officials to develop tailored connectivity solutions that foster smarter and better-connected communities. Through initiatives like the Connected by Good program, Crown Castle strives to be a responsible member of the communities in which it operates.
Crown Castle is a United States-based company that owns, operates, and leases infrastructure essential for wireless communications, including approximately 40,000 cell towers and over 90,000 route miles of fiber. The company provides significant wireless coverage to 92 of the top 100 U.S. markets and serves a substantial portion of the Australian population. Crown Castle leases space on its towers to wireless service providers, enabling them to install equipment necessary for their networks. Additionally, its fiber infrastructure supports both small-cell network setups for wireless carriers and internal connection needs for enterprises. The company concentrates its operations in major urban areas and derives about 75% of its revenue from the three largest U.S. mobile carriers. Crown Castle is committed to collaborating with community members and government officials to develop tailored connectivity solutions that foster smarter and better-connected communities. Through initiatives like the Connected by Good program, Crown Castle strives to be a responsible member of the communities in which it operates.
Crown Castle is a United States-based company that owns, operates, and leases infrastructure essential for wireless communications, including approximately 40,000 cell towers and over 90,000 route miles of fiber. The company provides significant wireless coverage to 92 of the top 100 U.S. markets and serves a substantial portion of the Australian population. Crown Castle leases space on its towers to wireless service providers, enabling them to install equipment necessary for their networks. Additionally, its fiber infrastructure supports both small-cell network setups for wireless carriers and internal connection needs for enterprises. The company concentrates its operations in major urban areas and derives about 75% of its revenue from the three largest U.S. mobile carriers. Crown Castle is committed to collaborating with community members and government officials to develop tailored connectivity solutions that foster smarter and better-connected communities. Through initiatives like the Connected by Good program, Crown Castle strives to be a responsible member of the communities in which it operates.
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